1958 Maserati GT 3500 vs. 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata
To start off, 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Maserati GT 3500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Maserati GT 3500 would be higher. At 3,483 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Maserati GT 3500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Maserati GT 3500 (196 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Maserati GT 3500 should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Maserati GT 3500 weights approximately 115 kg more than 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1958 Maserati GT 3500 (345 Nm) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (170 Nm). This means 1958 Maserati GT 3500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Maserati GT 3500 | 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata | |
| Make | Maserati | Mazda |
| Model | GT 3500 | MX-5 Miata |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2005 |
| Engine Size | 3483 cc | 1835 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 196 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 345 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1085 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2270 mm |
